The VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Argo Medical Technologies Ltd, COHAV YOQNE'AM BULIDING POB 161, YOQNE'AM ILLIT, ISR 20692 for a ReWalk-I Upright Mobility Device. ReWalk is a commercial bionic walking assistance system that utilizes powered leg attachments to enable paraplegics to stand upright, walk, and climb stairs. The system is powered by a backpack battery, and is independently operated by the user through a simple wrist-mounted remote which detects and enhances the user's movements. This Notice of Intent is NOT a request for competitive proposals. Vendors who wish to identify their interest and ability to provide an alternative item that will meet the capabilities and functionality described above may notify the Contracting Specialist by email, no later than August 7, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. Such notification must include a complete description of the equipment that is required including narrative and capabilities as described above. Responses may be sent to
[email protected]. Upon receipt of any such notifications, the Contracting Officer will determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement or proceed with sole source negotiations.